Dietitian (Clinical Dietitian) - Lexington, United States - Department Of Justice

Description

Summary

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

Our highly-skilled, diverse, and innovative workforce creates a strong foundation of safety and security. Through the principles of humanity and normalcy, we develop good neighbors.

Duties

Supports the overall mission of the Health Services Division by providing comprehensive nutrition care and treatment through an interdisciplinary team approach to patients designated as medical and mental health, under the direction of the Health Services Administrator (HSA) or Food Service Administrator (FSA).

Shares the responsibilities for the administration, management, and direction of the institution's medical diet program. Interprets the medical diet program, recommends changes to the FSA, and disseminates information concerning the program.

Responsible for developing, planning, directing, and coordinating dietetic services at the institutional level with focus on the local medical mission and management of chronic health care.

Coordinates nutritional care with other health care providers; provides consultation to institutional health services staff, physicians, and patients concerning diet and nutrition; and provides expertise in a wide range of disease states including those with complex medical and nutritional needs.

Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution.

The staff's correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.